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Want to learn how to use the best tools that will help you to build an effective website for connecting and engaging with your audience?

Recommended Website Resources- Basic

Bluehost

I always want the best for my websites, and that’s why I rely on Bluehost. It’s the same web hosting service used by many a-listers and, by signing up (for just $3.95/month), you get unlimited domain hosting – which means that you can have as many domains as you like on a single Bluehost account – and can install your WordPress site in just a couple of clicks. And if you have problems, you can rely on top-notch 24/7 support.

Price: $3.95/month

WordPress

WordPress is one of the most popular platforms for building websites. It is free to use, is constantly improving and has a thriving global community.

WordPress (WordPress.org, NOT WordPress.com) is the platform I recommend. If you want to learn more about it, I recommend you check out this interview by my very own wonderful podcast coach Yann Ilunga who interviews Creative Live teacher and web design teacher and author Janine Warner.

Price: free

Recommended Website Resources- Landing Pages

Thrive Leads

Thrive Leads is my go-to resource to create opt-in forms and grow my email list. Thrive Leads allows you to get a conversion boost by showing highly targeted content to visitors and lets you A/B test, so that you know which forms and content are performing the best.

Price: $67–$97 (one-time payment), depending on the license

Recommended Website Resources- Email Software

ActiveCampaign

If you have read Invisible Selling Machine by Digital Marketer founder Ryan Deiss and Russell Brunson’s DotCom Secrets, you know how powerful automation and email marketing funnels can be.

Recommended Website Resources- Graphics

Canva is an incredible tool, which lets you create amazing visuals – even if you aren’t that much of a creative person. You can either upload your own images, use some of Canva’s free library or even purchase some from its premium library.

Price: free (for basic plan)

Recommended Website Resources- Video

Screenflow

Screenflow is not only the #1 software for screen recording (excellent for tutorials and trainings!), but it’s also a valid tool for basic video editing. It enables you to record your screen or your camera and edit everything you have recorded.